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25.01.2022 Despite the late afternoon downpour, an audience of around 150 turned up at the Band Hall on Sunday evening for some excellent music and songs by a 10 member contingent of the Newcastle Army Band. Rotary Clubs of Gunnedah and Gunnedah West hosted and fed the crowd, who, judging by the applause, were very appreciative. The band is a mix of regulars and reservists, many of whom have served on overseas duty. The free concert was the band's way of demonstrating support to drought affected communities of the north west. After Gunnedah, the band headed to Inverell, Warialda and the northern tablelands.

25.01.2022 Counsellors gaoled to allow students #freespeach @#MUNA #Rotary #Gunnedah

25.01.2022 District Assembly in Narrabri. Training & #fellowship for our incoming President & Secretary & board of directors. Excellent day at the #CrossingTheatre. Photo shows all having a famous #Rotary #BBQ lunch.

24.01.2022 Last week we had the pleasure of hosting the President of the Gunnedah Chamber of Commerce, Juliana McArthur as our guest. Juliana provided an interesting insight into the challenges, but also the potential opportunities that business in rural areas have as a consequence of the Covid 19 pandemic. Whilst acknowledging there are clear national challenges, she spoke in positive terms of local developments on the horizon that will create local jobs as well as the promotional work of Namoi Unlimited to increase local procurement. Thank Juliana for being our guest.

23.01.2022 Icecream @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

23.01.2022 Definitely #Guns @ MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

23.01.2022 Diplomatic messengers accused of trafficing #drugs @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

23.01.2022 On Saturday 31st October, The Rotary Club of Gunnedah cooked a breakfast and lunch BBQ for volunteers at the PCYC working bee. Also chipping in on the shovels, the result was a beautiful new garden.

23.01.2022 Wonderful guest speaker Marie Hobson at #Rotary this evening talking about the Water Tower Museum #Murals

22.01.2022 Students having a wow of a time @ #MUNA

22.01.2022 At our last meeting we welcomed two new members to the club. Blair and Elise Meyers were introduced by Membership Director Sarah O'Keefe, and inducted by President Murray O'Keefe (keeping it in the family, so to speak). Blair and Elise are looking forward to playing an active role in the club and in the community.

22.01.2022 #Guns @ #MUNA #Rotary #Gunnedah#Guns @ #MUNA #Rotary #Gunnedah

21.01.2022 Vale long time #RotaryClubofGunnedah member Mr George Paul.

21.01.2022 Community Project at Ken Green Park Last week members of the Rotary Club of Gunnedah held a working bee to build a slab to place a picnic table and chairs in Ken Green Park. After successful measuring and digging on Thursday, the slab was completed on Saturday. A great team effort with lots of enthusiasm for a project which will be enjoyed by the community.

21.01.2022 And we're off! #MUNA #Rotary #Gunnedah

21.01.2022 At our meeting on Monday night, our special guest was District Governor Debbie Loveday, who gave an interesting presentation on the latest initiatives in growing Rotary's membership, and the great opportunities that are available to Rotarians through district, national and international networks, projects, conferences and friendship tours. Such opportunities enhance personal and professional development and create lasting friendships. There are over 35,000 clubs around the world and more than 1.2 million members. Debbie also inducted 2 new members, Peter and Juliana McArthur, into the club. Welcome Peter and Juliana to the Rotary family.

20.01.2022 Two Mondays ago ..... we welcomed District 9650 Governor Phil Hafey and wife, Bronwyn, to our meeting to get an update on district and international Rotary affairs. The visit also coincided with our Hat Night to "Lift the Lid" on mental health and raise funds for the Australian Rotary Health Research Fund's vital programs on understanding and treatment of a range of mental health conditions. In the weeks prior, as part of this effort, we had conducted a raffle which raised almost $1000 for the fund. It was an informative and enjoyable evening.

20.01.2022 Thankyou to all our supporters in our recent Mothers Day Raffle. Congrats to our winners.

19.01.2022 It’s that time of year where we start selling tickets in our Christmas Raffle. Shout out to these 3 Rotarians who braved the sun and heat today to sell raffle tickets at our local Gunnedah markets.

19.01.2022 ARH Research Committee member Professor Anthony Jorm says progressive muscle relaxation and regular exercise, like daily walking or cycling, can reduce COVID-19... anxiety. Online instructions for progressive muscle relaxation can be found here: https://buff.ly/2UClGEU Read article: https://buff.ly/33Q45gP Donate to anxiety research: https://buff.ly/2lmucdD #Liftthelidonmentalillness

18.01.2022 Rotary Interclub Get Together. Last night around 50 Rotarians and friends from Boggabri, Narrabri and Gunnedah met for dinner and conviviality at Baan Baa Hotel. Updates on Rotary activities were shared, yarns told, some of a truthful nature, news swapped, and transgressions fined, and we listened to an excellent talk by Narrabri Rotarian and former Western Region Assistant Police Commissioner, Steve Bradshaw, on his policing memories. Funds raised went to the Baan Baa War Memorial committee. A great night, thanks to Boggabri Rotary and their president, Malcolm Donaldson. Photo shows Steve giving his address.

17.01.2022 Judges' representative annoucing winners of #MUNA

17.01.2022 Gaol @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

17.01.2022 Rotary supports International Women's Day

16.01.2022 Firewood for sale 8 x 5 trailer of split dry red gum delivered. $190 PM for details

16.01.2022 The Rotary Club of Gunnedah is a regular donor to Australian Rotary Health, using money we raise from the local Gunnedah community. See here how your money is spent on very worthwhile causes.

15.01.2022 Free Health Checks at Agquip!! The Rotary Club of Gunnedah has arranged for the men's Health Education Rural Van (MHERV) to attend Agquip this year. The van is a Rotary mobile clinic offering free health checks of key diagnostic indicators for men. It is staffed by a registered nurse and will be on site for the 3 days of Agquip. If you've been too busy to get yourself checked recently, here's an excellent opportunity while attending the Field Days. It takes about 15 minutes. Please spread the word amongst our farming communities. See below for site location. More details ... Rod on 0427 007826.

15.01.2022 Come and join us at the Gunnedah Christmas Fair this evening for a steak sandwich and soft drink. We'll be in front of Westpac near the traffic lights.

15.01.2022 Today is World Polio Day and Rotary is working towards the final elimination of this debilitating disease. Where are we in the fight to end polio? What bold steps are we taking to get there? Visit the Rotary International Facebook page to RSVP to the Online Global Update.

15.01.2022 At our last meeting we officially welcomed our newest member Tim Clifford. Pictured here is our President Don Ewing inducting Tim. Tim has been a part of the Rotary family since 2015. Prior to joining the Rotary Club of Gunnedah, Tim was a member of the Glenn Innes Rotary Club.... Welcome to our club Tim!

14.01.2022 BBQ lunch for MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

14.01.2022 And MUNA has started in #Gunnedah #Rotary

12.01.2022 It was great to see most of our members tonight via the magic of modern technology. Next week's meeting challenge is "the best zoom meeting background".

12.01.2022 Secretary General Murray O'Keefe keeping track of all in gaol #MUNA #Rotary #Gunnedah

11.01.2022 An enjoyable combined meeting of Gunnedah Rotary clubs last night to meet with the Group Study Exchange team from District 1450 in Denmark. Interesting presentations and excellent fellowship. Congratulations to team leader Flemming Libner and members Helene Olesen, Jannie Petersen, Christian Ladefoged, Mikael Marinussen, and Mikael Nielsen who have spent several days in the area visiting local businesses, farms and Maules Creek mine.

11.01.2022 A reminder about the combined Rotary Clubs of Gunnedah movie fundraiser tomorrow (Thursday) night. Tickets $25, include supper at 6.00 pm, screening at 7.00, from First Edition bookshop or at the door.

11.01.2022 Rotary Youth Exchange programs don't just allow you to travel overseas to a foreign country, they also empower you to develop as a person, grow new skills and break out of your shell. This week we heard from Angela Dillon who was lucky enough to go on a Rotary Youth Exchange to Brazil in 2019. This trip was more than just an amazing experience for Angela. This trip has changed her life and developed untold confidence as an individual. The Rotary Club of Gunnedah is proud of ...you Angela and we are all excited to have you as part of the Rotary Family. Pictured here is Rotarian Wendy Marsh, exchange student Angela Dillon and President Don Ewing.

09.01.2022 There's a lot more to Rotary than what you think. Why not join?

09.01.2022 Wood Raffle Winner! A very excited Ruth, who bought several tickets in the annual #Rotary wood raffle pictured here with the trailer loaded, ready to be delivered. Well done Ruth & #congratulations again.

08.01.2022 Rotarians pass the taste success. On Friday evening, Gunnedah club Rotarians joined other clubs in Gunnedah and Boggabri for a Zoom hosted wine tasting evening to gather some funds for Australian Rotary Health's mental health research and awareness projects. Guest sommelier for the night was Adam Walls zooming in from the Hunter Valley to guide us through half a dozen fine wines. Although the wines were still, it was a bubbly evening with great food and company. Thanks to hosts, Don and Desley, for the venue.

08.01.2022 A significant milestone.

08.01.2022 The new #Rotary team for next year's District Conference to be held in #SouthWestRocks with District Governor Elect Phil Haffey at the helm.

06.01.2022 A small but special collaborative project from all the local Rotary Clubs to reach out to our local Gunnedah Year 12 school leavers. 2020 has been a year like no other, so to be able to give a small but meaningful message to these wonderful students was so worthwhile.

06.01.2022 Fundraising for Rotary's Mental Health programs. Our most recent fundraising raffle, a weekend for two at Mudgee's Peppertree Hill Luxury Estate, was drawn recently. The winners were Kate and Gerard Mainey. The proceeds will go towards the Australian Rotary Health Research Fund's mental health research and awareness projects, as part of Rotary's "Lift the Lid" on Mental health campaign. Thankyou to all who purchased tickets. Photo shows Kate and Geratd receiving their prize from Rotary's Rodger Lucas.

06.01.2022 Lunch mingle on the last day @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

05.01.2022 A wonderful working painting by #JennyMcCracken at #Gunnedah #WaterTowerMuseum

05.01.2022 On Monday night our guest speaker was Dominic Goodwin-Hauck. Dominic was the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) attendee for 2020 which took place at Lake Keepit in August. RYLA is an intensive leadership and personal development course and Dominic was selected from Gunnedah. He informed us he was taught new skills and had to participate in some activities out of his comfort zone which have helped to boost his confidence and wellbeing. It was a very entertaining summary of not only an educational experience but of personal growth in this difficult year. Dominic, pictured with President Don Ewing and Rotarian Jamie Chaffey

04.01.2022 #Timing is hard @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

04.01.2022 The Rotary Bbq & raffle production lines are up and running for the Gunnedah Spirit of Christmas Street Fair!

04.01.2022 The Rotary Club of Gunnedah is a proud supporter of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. Our whole community and region benefit from having a chopper based at Tamworth servicing and saving lives within our region.

03.01.2022 Winners are grinners Aleda Clemens best speaker & Scotland best country @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

02.01.2022 Another great movie fundraiser coming up for Rotary's worldwide polio eradication campaign. Put it in your diary.

02.01.2022 Secretary General in #Gaol @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

02.01.2022 Table decorations @ #MUNA #Gunnedah #Rotary

01.01.2022 The Rotary Club of Gunnedah is a proud supporter of the Rotary Youth Exchange programs. Pictured here in Feb 2019, is our current exchange student Gabriel from Austria, presenting our club with his sponsoring club's banner. Gabriel's sponsor club is The Rotary Club of Bregenz, Austria

01.01.2022 Newcastle Army Band Free Drought Concert The Newcastle Army Band is touring the north west to provide benefit concerts for drought affected farmers and businesses. The band has been in existence in various froms since 1861!. Gunnedah Rotary clubs are hosting a free BBQ and concert at the Band Hall on Sunday 16th February, 5.30 pm. Spread the word! More info: Murray O'Keefe 0438 299445, Rodger Lucas 0427 437273, Kel Walls 0427 423315.

01.01.2022 Sunday Luncheon for Club Changeover Rotarians and family gathered for an enjoyable Sunday lunch in the machinery shed at President Murray and Sarah O'Keefe's farm yesterday to celebrate the end of the Rotary year and the changeover to the incoming team. Limited in scale due to Covid 19 considerations, the function was nevertheless an opportunity to catch up, swap news and discuss plans for next year as restrictions are eased. Despite reduced fund-raising opportunities this ...year, the club still managed to disperse around $12,500 of funds to local schools, and non-profit groups, and the world wide programs of the Rotary Foundation. Club awards were presented to Tom Lyle and Rod Browne, and youth exchange student, Gabriel Werner from Austria, who flies home on Thursday, was farewelled with the presentation of an Akubra from the combined Gunnedah clubs. The function concluded with the hand over of regalia to incoming President Don Ewing.. See more